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The Village Bar – A story of female entrepreneurship
The Village Bar – A story of female entrepreneurshipVolume IIWe Cookin'

The Village Bar – A story of female entrepreneurship

By: La Shawna Griffith Nestled in the heart of St. John is The Village Bar (Lemon Arbour), which is known for its delicious pudding and souse, pickled sea cat and…
We Gatherin'August 29, 20252 min
A Culinary Stroll Through St. John
A Culinary Stroll Through St. JohnVolume IIWe Cookin'

A Culinary Stroll Through St. John

St. John may be the quietest parish in Barbados however, its food scene is bursting with flavor. This countryside gem serves up dishes that wrap you in warmth, feed your…
We Gatherin'August 29, 20252 min
Bajans reminisce about what they miss about Barbados
Bajans reminisce about what they miss about BarbadosHomecomingVolume II

Bajans reminisce about what they miss about Barbados

By: La Shawna Griffith  Five individuals, each with unique journeys and experiences abroad, have returned to Barbados, choosing to once again call the island home. Drawn back by a deep…
We Gatherin'August 29, 20253 min
Parish Spotlight: St. John, the Soul of the East
Parish Spotlight: St. John, the Soul of the EastParish SpotlightVolume II

Parish Spotlight: St. John, the Soul of the East

By Cara L. Jean-Baptiste  This month we take a dive into the beautiful parish of St. John, Barbados’ ruggedly beautiful east coast gem and the island’s seventh largest parish. With…
We Gatherin'August 29, 20253 min
God Is Ah Bajan
God Is Ah BajanCulture CornerVolume II

God Is Ah Bajan

By: La Shawna Griffith  In Barbados, the saying “God is a Bajan” is more than just a phrase it is a heartfelt expression of the island’s deep spiritual roots. Nowhere…
We Gatherin'August 29, 20252 min
Key Historical Moments in May
Key Historical Moments in MayParish SpotlightVolume II

Key Historical Moments in May

By: La Shawna Griffith  The month of May in Barbados is filled with deep history from conquest to powerful moments of rememberance, the month of May has helped to shape…
We Gatherin'August 29, 20252 min
Former St. John Resident Margaret Gill Returns for We Gatherin Celebration
Former St. John Resident Margaret Gill Returns for We Gatherin CelebrationHomecomingVolume II

Former St. John Resident Margaret Gill Returns for We Gatherin Celebration

Margaret Gill, a former resident of St. John, Barbados, who now lives in the United States, recently made a joyful return to her hometown for the We Gatherin event in…
We Gatherin'August 29, 20252 min
Judi Smith Finds Her Island Groove in St. John
Judi Smith Finds Her Island Groove in St. JohnHomecomingVolume II

Judi Smith Finds Her Island Groove in St. John

By La Shawna Griffith When Judi Smith stepped off the plane at Grantley Adams International Airport, the warm kiss of Barbadian sunshine and a promise of rhythm and community greeted…
We Gatherin'August 29, 20253 min
Meet an Outstanding Barbadian – Ashley D. Hunte
Meet an Outstanding Barbadian – Ashley D. HunteHomecomingVolume II

Meet an Outstanding Barbadian – Ashley D. Hunte

Ashley D. Hunte is a Barbadian born interior designer who is the founder of Saint James Atelièr, a design studio that focuses on Caribbean Modernism.  Hunte who hold a Bachelor…
We Gatherin'August 29, 20253 min
Meet Me in Barbados: D.C Gets a Taste of the Island Life
Meet Me in Barbados: D.C Gets a Taste of the Island LifeHomecomingVolume II

Meet Me in Barbados: D.C Gets a Taste of the Island Life

Washington, D.C was buzzing with the vibrant spirit of Barbados this month as over 3,000 guests poured into the Embassy of Barbados for a day filled with culture, flavour and…
We Gatherin'August 29, 20252 min